Brazilian photographer Gilmar Silva has come up with an impressive project titled “Lugar x Foto” (Place and Photo), in which he shares behind-the-scenes images of his shoots alongside the final photograph. The series focuses on showing what a photoshoot really looks like before it turns into a polished image.
The first photo shows the actual location and the working environment of the photographer and his team, often revealing how ordinary or messy the setup can be. The second photo shows the final (edited) photograph, which is hard to believe in most cases when compared to the original scene.
The objective of the project is to highlight the importance of proper photography angles and techniques, not just the Photoshop editing. By placing both images side by side, the project makes it clear that most of the impact comes from decisions made during the shoot itself.
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Which one’s your favourite? Share this post with a photographer friend and let us know what you think in the comments below. All images © Gilmar Silva.





